that wasn't me, I restore them, not destroy them. I would smash some lenses though given the opportunity even if they werent yellowed! JCO
-----Original Message----- From: William Robb [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 05, 2004 2:44 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Takumar 35/2.3 and 85/1.8 ----- Original Message ----- From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: RE: Takumar 35/2.3 and 85/1.8 > With the SMCT 35/2, you have to watch out for the dreaded yellow > peril. The glass is frequently yellowed due to the use of > radioactive materials. JCO, didn't you come up with a cure for that which didn't involve impacting the lens with a large hammer? William Robb